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PreviousReaction2 t1_j7842mn wrote

Who remembers Bess eaton? (Spelling?)

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Albus_Q t1_j78ccqu wrote

There was one in Torrington. Grew up on their coffee.

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BowlLarge t1_j78ons0 wrote

Like “Eaton” hardware store in Collinsville late 80s early 90s? My father used to work there my earliest memories are of me and my friend playing in the barrels of bird seed lol

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ayyyImaos t1_j79dow2 wrote

Same here I miss it. I remember when they had a few locations.

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briang71 t1_j79f6o6 wrote

Middletown on rt 66 also. Now it's a crap pizza joint.

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Dunkinjay1 t1_j78nru5 wrote

Still a couple in Rhode Island. Really good coffee

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breeboop t1_j78shlr wrote

Yup I was just thinking, I had that last summer on vacation in Narragansett!

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TheColdWind t1_j78z369 wrote

Still one in westerly too. Grew up hanging around the one in Mystic in the 80’s

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othermegan t1_j7azaok wrote

So I don’t ever remember Bess Eaton in CT but when I lived in Rhode Island for a stint my town had 2. Breakfast sandwich was pretty good

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ayyyImaos t1_j79dlgi wrote

Lol I just replied and spelled it the same way...they were, as far as I can remember the best coffee and doughnuts in the NW corner.

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Nyt_Owl t1_j77sjgz wrote

Perkatory stores make some solid coffee choices as well.

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TheAnt06 t1_j78pgvn wrote

If only it didn’t cost $7 for a small latte.

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Esrianna t1_j78k052 wrote

Recently moved here from a place that didn't have Dunkin' (yes they exist). I was very excited to finally get to try Dunkin'. I'll never recover from that level of disappointment.

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TFA-DF8 t1_j7as5o4 wrote

Its merely the cult following that keeps them open. Quality crashed and burned 10 years ago.

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othermegan t1_j7azg8b wrote

I lived off the flat bread sandwiches in high school. Ever since they got rid of them, I only went if I had no other option. Now I’m gluten free so I can’t enjoy anything there

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evilestcake t1_j7b7gis wrote

Oh my gosh their flatbreads were so tasty! I lived off em too

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Funny_stuff554 t1_j7dmgax wrote

Yes and no, their toasted bagel twist and grilled cheese with bacon sandwich tastes so good and they are like under $6 dollars

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Exciting_Ad_3510 t1_j7avu5u wrote

It was good many years ago. now Dunkin is just cream with a splash of something in the coffee family. Total waste of money

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boneimplosion t1_j7c0k81 wrote

I mean, it's a fast food operation, right? Temper your expectations accordingly.

Dunkin, like many things that are famous, is famous for being famous, rather than for representing quality.

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Such_Current7213 t1_j7be4b2 wrote

I also think they get worse the closer you get to Boston, i used to go to some good ones in NYC then i moved to CT i tried like 5 different ones, horrible. Their training must be some indoctrination camp because they cant do anything different. Ex. If a latte calls for four pumps of what ever flavor and you ask them for two guess what you will get four full pumps probably five.

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Likeapuma24 t1_j77zfgf wrote

Decided to spend my daily Dunkin alottment of money on a cool little Ninja coffee brewer that makes iced coffee (all I drink, regardless of temps outside) at home.

In two months, I've already made my money back. And the one time I went to DD, I realized just how trash their coffee is compared to something you can grab from the grocery store and make yourself.

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graffiti81 t1_j789oo7 wrote

I just have a drip pot. Costs notwithstanding, I make a way better (and consistent) cup of coffee than any of the chains.

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Justagreewithme t1_j78hoz1 wrote

I am just astounded at how inconsistent dunkin is. It’s amazing for anyone to be so inconsistent, let alone such a commercialized operation. Truly mind boggling.

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maybe_little_pinch t1_j78wgt6 wrote

In some states (I am looking at you Rhode Island and Florida) they make it SO WEAK. Several times I got black iced coffee in both states and it straight up looked like weak iced tea. And tasted awful. And apparently Florida doesn’t do cold brew.

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burnout524 t1_j7dq0n0 wrote

Did this about a year ago and haven’t looked back! Between my wife and I both working from home now (and neither of us stopping at DD on the way to the office) and my Ninja brewer that does Hot, Iced, AND cold brew, it’s saving us a ton!

Granted I’m one of those who does like Dunkin and will treat myself on an occasional weekend.

But then again, The Whole Donut > Dunkin.

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Bonkshebonk t1_j796g5d wrote

My granddad was actually the creator of the Whole Donut. Every time we went to his house, he’d always have a box of day olds waiting for us. This makes me so happy to hear that people still remember it. :)

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JaKr8 t1_j77tx27 wrote

These used to be everywhere in the area years ago.

We don't spend all of our time up this way any more, but we usually try to seek out any local shops for donuts/sweets/coffee these days

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stlouisbrowns t1_j7857ai wrote

yeah but it's next to a comics joint so like you're gold on the 2 days the comics joint is open

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JohnBrownEye69 t1_j78o8k1 wrote

Yeah especially since the police will notice if you loiter out front. Better to go into the comic shop.

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santa860 t1_j786sm0 wrote

That’s the best place or to ya in thomaston

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Ok-Shame5542 t1_j77uyci wrote

Whitney Donut in Hamden and Heavenly in Derby

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maybe_little_pinch t1_j78w7h5 wrote

I was gonna mention Heavenly! But the one in Seymour off exit 20. Usually very quick and minimal line, while Dunkin down the road has cars wrapped around to the road.

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Ok-Shame5542 t1_j7aue0f wrote

Ive never been to the one in Seymour. If you ever come to Hamden, try Whitney Donut. You will not be disappointed!

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wakinupdrunk t1_j7eduup wrote

I love Whitney Donut, but their drive through and parking lot are a nightmare.

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graffiti81 t1_j789co5 wrote

Baker's Dozen > Dunkin all day

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roberttylerlee t1_j795iss wrote

Unfortunate that The owners a sexist prick. I was the only man who had worked at any of the locations since he opened them aside from his son. Openly admitted that he only hires girls because they get better tips. Once sent me home in the middle of a 7am rush because my paltry, 19 year old facial hair was apparently an affront to his business, despite the fact that there was no published dress code policy for male workers. They fired me when I slipped on a spill, sprained my ankle and I asked about filing for workers comp for the time I missed.

Coffee and donuts are good though

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RededHaid t1_j78f4uc wrote

Beach Donuts. Flanders Donuts.

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oenotherah t1_j798u2h wrote

Beach Donut's lemon coconut donut is the best donut I've ever had!

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Cologio t1_j78cxk5 wrote

Love the Whole Donut! Glazed bow ties!!! Plain crueler! The best. Every weekend as a kid I would go fishing with my father and this was our first stop. I remember sitting at the counter with all the regulars drinking their coffee and talking shit. Ah man

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lucaslikesmusic t1_j79cjka wrote

If it’s not Neil’s, I don’t want it.

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othermegan t1_j7azn05 wrote

Lived in wallingford my whole life. I remember when Neil’s opened and on treat days our teachers would get donuts from there for us. I live in Milford now and the trip just is too much to justify

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roo-ster t1_j77u12s wrote

Cumberland Farms > Dunkin' and Starbucks

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MarthStew444 t1_j7822yz wrote

The whole donut I used to go to would sell packs of cigarettes, you could hit the drive thru for ciggs if that was your thing.

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ShlugLove t1_j78i258 wrote

Donut Delight in Stamford was the BEST when I worked down there. Slammin' bagels and great coffee.

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Optimal_Marzipan7806 t1_j7a7idh wrote

I was literally about to comment this, Donut Delight is my fav in Stamford & Norwalk!

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GrimFlood t1_j78xw2x wrote

The Bakers Dozen is the only correct answer.

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Teereese t1_j77vuuz wrote

Whole Donut over Dunkin all day. Miss Whole Donut around here.

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BowlLarge t1_j78ouci wrote

I think people were allowed to smoke in the place until early 2000s

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strippersandcocaine t1_j77wvn3 wrote

The 2 while donuts in my town were turned into DD a few years ago. Bummer

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updownsidewayz t1_j79bas0 wrote

is that the location in canton?

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dustinf860 t1_j79pwma wrote

Yeah it is

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Interested_Party2000 t1_j7aaatn wrote

Yes I remembered the cigarette smell at the one in Canton. Went to it in the 70’s when it was Bess Eaton. Fancy shot donuts. Lol.

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evanescent_evanna t1_j77z1nw wrote

My mom used to work at the one in Plainville. I used to spend a lot of time there when I was little. I miss that place.

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dol1house t1_j788cj9 wrote

Their chocolate old fashioneds remain S-Tier donuts

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rolandofgilead41089 t1_j78dedg wrote

There was a Whole Donut in Holyoke that only closed a couple years ago.

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KarlaKamacho t1_j78garh wrote

If only Americans could taste the awesomeness of Mister Donut in Japan.

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breeboop t1_j78sk57 wrote

Grounds in Danbury !

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ShrubberyDragon t1_j795364 wrote

All I can remember is the donuts tasting like cigarette ashes 😂 they used to smoke in the back while making them

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satansdebtcollector t1_j79frsf wrote

These guys are still in business???🤯😱 I haven't seen that sign since the late 90's

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Wardo324 t1_j79vp9n wrote

Wild take, the whole donut is...mediocre at best.

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CTdadof5 t1_j7ayl5e wrote

Dunkin’s coffee and donuts are absolute trash. Worst ever. Love whole donut donuts. Coffee not so great.

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Odd-Acanthaceae1048 t1_j78rp42 wrote

Omg this whole donut is still there?! Going to have to make a trip up for sure!

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SweetHawaa t1_j78x0b1 wrote

I can attest to this- yum

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ayyyImaos t1_j79df8s wrote

DOOOD! So good. Remember Bess Eaton, or I forget how it's spelled, but good God their coffee and doughnuts were the bess

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Funnygumby t1_j79emp4 wrote

I worked at The Whole Donuts in WeHa Center as one of my first jobs

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johnsonutah t1_j79t7jn wrote

FYI to all that Switches in Berlin is actually Whole Donut - same owners same donuts they just changed the name for whatever reason

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Earthshoe12 t1_j7aw52y wrote

There are still whole donuts?? The last one I was aware of changed it’s name (although the owners are the same and everything tastes the same). Better than Dunkin by a country mile.

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GameofOhms959 t1_j7b4770 wrote

They need to bring back Tim Hortons

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Kojak80 t1_j7bd2oo wrote

Tim Horton’s still exists. It’s Canadian, I found one out in Buffalo (actually a few), their coffee unfortunately is for the birds - but their food is good.

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evilestcake t1_j7b7ds1 wrote

Their donuts are the absolute best!! Cherry cake will forever be my favorite…

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Gambler543210 t1_j7b9g0u wrote

I miss the whole donut. I used to go to the one in Bristol all the time

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onihr1 t1_j7baigp wrote

The real goat was the Tim hortons we had in Wethersfield for a few years.

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Dorkknight112183 t1_j7bgwhc wrote

I’m obsessed with Honey dew donuts, to the point that I looked into opening a franchise here in northern Ct because it would stand out and make a killing in the land of Dunkin. But sadly they want way too much money. They put Dunkin to shame.

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Aggravating-Agent670 t1_j7bvnho wrote

I loved whole donut in canton! I remember Eaton hardware too....I miss those days!

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ange2386 t1_j7bwob2 wrote

Willoughby’s!

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Dankmemes8188 t1_j7bx97r wrote

No we dont... Whole donut has always been awful. CT needs more small coffee places.

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rainbowarmpit t1_j7d1cxw wrote

Fuck yeah!
All hail the all chocolate 🍩

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